Join us for Kaffee und Kuchen on Monday 25 August, featuring our very own Stefani Traeger, president of the Barossa German Language Association. Steffi will talk about “Bonegilla – The Migrant Experience” The story of Bonegilla – its history and life at the camp. Bonegilla was a former army camp and later set up by the Australian Government to house new… Continue reading Kaffee und Kuchen August 2025
A New Tradition Flourishing by John Clarke While the early German settlers in the Barossa Valley brought with them many of the customs of their homeland, they did not continue the age old practice of the Laternenlauf (Lantern Walk). The Lantern Walk was especially popular with children, who carried bright, shining lanterns through the dark… Continue reading Laternenlauf 2025: John’s article
Solving Problems, Clearing Mysteries by John Clarke What do you do when about to enter the German Autobahn you hear a crash, a loud scraping, and your hire car grinds to a halt? At the last meeting of the German speaking group the guest speaker was John Strehlow. An author, playwright and highly successful stage… Continue reading Recap: July Kaffee und Kuchen
We are pleased to bring you the Winter edition of Das Blatt. We thank everyone who provided content for their contribution to making this edition possible. A big thank you to John for most of the articles and photos; Gerlinde for her input, translating and editing; Sarah in Denmark for her publishing skills and Anne for… Continue reading Das Blatt Winter 2025
Barossa Konzert is coming to Nuriootpa on Sunday 28 September, bringing together the Barossa Trio (cello, piano & flute) and the Tanunda Liedertafel 1850 – Male Voice Choir for an afternoon celebrating classical music and German heritage in the heart of the Barossa. Part of Adelaide German Week (21–28 September 2025), this special performance promises a rich program of music and culture. The… Continue reading Barossa Konzert
Leaving the Familiar by John Clarke It is easy to relax into a routine and dwell in the comfort of the home environment, but new experiences need to be embraced, especially by the young. The guest speaker at the recent Kaffee und Kuchen meeting was Chelsey Start. Last year Chelsey had accompanied a group of… Continue reading Recap: June Kaffee und Kuchen
Join us for BGLA Kaffee und Kuchen with guest speaker John Strehlow. When: Monday 28th July 2025, 1pm – 3pm Where: Langmeil Lutheran Church hall, 5-7 Maria St, Tanunda Important update: July German luncheon cancelled! Our chef is unwell so it was decided to not go ahead with the luncheon this time. We’ll keep you posted on the… Continue reading Kaffee und Kuchen in July 2025
by John Clarke 175 Years of Song in the Valley The first reference to the Tanunda Liedertafel appeared in The South Australian newspaper on 10 January, 1851, indicating the formation of the all male choir took place in the previous year. At the last meeting of the German speaking group Kaffee und Kuchen the guest… Continue reading Recap: Kaffee und Kuchen May 2025
Join us for BGLA Kaffee und Kuchen with guest speaker Chelsea Schilling When: Monday 30th June 2025, 1pm – 3pmWhere: Langmeil Lutheran Church hall, 5-7 Maria St, Tanunda Chelsea Schilling Chelsea graduated with German from Faith Lutheran College, Tanunda. She visited friends and travelled in Germany in 2024. Chelsea will tell us about her experiences and travel in Germany.… Continue reading Kaffee und Kuchen June 2025